I was trying to go for a bit of a “zoo” feel here. Them watching the humans in their natural environment.

I’ve actually often wondered why they don’t have a housecat house at any zoos I’ve been to, filled with stuffed chairs, windowsills, and ceramic busts on the fireplace; it would even offer a good job for a cat lover to just sit and pet them all day.

Anyhow, i digress.

Ted seems very casual here. I don’t think he’s quite developed a full attachment yet.

I think this strip was a bit of dream fulfillment on my part. Growing up, I LOVED school supplies, art supplies, and office supplies.

I always found this strip particularly dark and cynical. But I do think, as sweet and clever as she is, Dee is a very physical child, and hitting a tree with a stick, to her, is a fine idea.

Sometimes I feel this way, being a cartoonist. Then I remember that I often work very hard and work long hours…. I simply REALLY enjoy it.

i feel kinda bad for Blake here. There is often on child in a family who is the one who takes responsibilities on their shoulders, and it kinda leaves them having less luxuries.

If you’re wondering if I’m talking about me, I thank you for your erroneous confidence.

That’s certainly how I feel after riding one of the twirly spin rides.

Not sure what made me think of this. Of course, I often wonder where half my ideas come from. I guess it was just thinking about things to do at fairs and amusement parks. And then… I guess air resistance seemed like the obvious path.

Not sure that clears much up on the creative process.

I played a little with this one, but Blake’s sudden attention in panel two hit the mark, and made it all worth it.

You probably know my sweet tooth by now. First on the list of my county fair memories is cotton candy.

Ted is a very big bear, which makes him super cuddly.